Sauce
(415) 252-1369
131 Gough St
San Francisco,
CA
94102
37.7746
-122.4226
Neighborhoods: Central North, Hayes Valley
What People Are Saying About Sauce
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
While it's not a culinary destination, this bistro enjoys the steady patronage of Hayes Valley neighbors and local restaurant industry who like its upscale comfort food, don't mind the decor, and love its late serving hours. The red velvet walls, dark wood bar and unfinished-feeling dining room are going to win any design awards, and spotty but friendly service (partially made up for by a fast kitchen) doesn't match the prices, but people swear by this place for it's bisques (portobello or tomato), it's mac & cheese (parpadelle, asparagus and chicken), and especially it's low-brow, high concept desserts: PB&J ice cream sandwich (Sponge Cake Layered with Homemade Strawberry Preserve and Frangelico Peanut Butter) and cinnamon sugar donuts with vanilla-bourbon dipping sauce.
User Reviews
TomKoch
December 19, 2008
I was looking for a soft, casual and comfortable setting to enjoy top notch comfort food and left absolutely satisfied. In particular, the tomato bisque plated with fancy grilled cheese sandwich slices took me back to my childhood like that critique in Ratatouille - simply amazing. Also, the untraditional mac and cheese with fresh pasta melted in my mouth and was supported by just the right amount of cheese. Would not recommend the cheese and ham tater-tots - they sound much better than they are. Finally, while limited in scope, the wine list is spot on for this kind of food and very reasonably priced at ~50% markup over retail versus the 100% we see at most places in the city.
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TBMcnaughty
March 21, 2008
This is our second time here and as per the first time, really good food. Lots of interesting choices and all equally as good. The only issue was we sat in the back of the restaurant and we were the only group for a while and it makes for minimal ambiance. But we had a group of 6 so we managed to entertain ourselves. The other issue was the service. Our waitress was very nice but she always came over right in the middle of a conversation and talked over everyone to ensure she was heard. She did this many time throughout the night and we all found it a bit rude and unnecessary. Also, for 6 of us she recommended 8 social plates and 3-4 entrees which was ludicrous. We ordered 8 social plates amongst a group of big eaters and were more than satisfied. I hate it when wait people tell you to order more than you need just to get you to spend more money. I suggest ordering in groups of 2-4 and stop when you are getting full or else you will spend a lot of money with a lot of food leftover. However, all in all I highly recommend this restaurant and will go back again.
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schuylers
March 04, 2008
Smells delicious upon entry, excellent service, extensive wine list, and a paired down, simply delicious comfort food-based menu. Very relaxed and friendly atmosphere juxtaposed by but removed enough from a casual bar scene.
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The Extras:
Rent the back room for your private party. Contact management for details.
Know Before You Go:
Late-night diners will be happy to hear that the kitchen keeps serving until midnight, and the bar stays open until 2am daily.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Diners Club, MasterCard, Travelers Check
Restaurant Special Features:
Late Night Dining, Private Rooms, Theater District Dining, Online Reservations, Dancing, Dine At The Bar
